Summary

The hijacking of a TWA plane by Arab terrorists on June 14,
1985 is the focus of this survey. Respondents were asked if they
approved of Ronald Reagan's handling of the hostage situation, if the
United States should be negotiating for the release of the hostages,
and if the United States should request Israel to meet the
terrorists' demands for the release of Shiite Moslems being held
prisoner. Other questions posed include whether the United States
should reduce its ties to Israel and whether military action should
be undertaken against terrorism in the Middle East even if it risks a
larger war. An assessment of the actions of the Israeli government
also is provided. Demographic characteristics are included as well.